Description
The University of South Carolina is soliciting quotes for the purchase of Aluminum Nitride (AIN) substrates. The solicitation includes two line items:
* Line 1: 10 AIN substrates with specific characteristics, including diameter, surface orientation, polish, and thickness.
* Line 2: 2 AIN substrates with similar characteristics, but with a different surface property (UV transparency).
The offeror must provide a quote for each line item, including the unit price and extended price. The offeror must also acknowledge any amendments to the solicitation and provide a copy of the solicitation cover page signed by an authorized representative.
Some key points to consider:
• The offeror must comply with the applicable requirements of Title 8, Chapter 14 of the South Carolina Code of Laws.
• The offeror must provide a certification regarding debarment and other responsibility matters.
• The offeror must provide a certification regarding independent price determination.
• The contract will be awarded to the offeror that provides the best value to the State, based on the evaluation criteria outlined in the solicitation.
The project duration is not explicitly stated, but the offeror must hold their offer open for a minimum of thirty (30) calendar days after the Opening Date.
Some of the key requirements for the AIN substrates include:
• Diameter: 50.8 ± 0.5 mm
• Surface orientation: 0.25° off {0001} ± 0.15°
• Polish: Double side polish, CMP finish and epi ready on Al face
• Thickness: 400 ± 50 microns
The offeror must provide a quote that includes all the necessary information, including the unit price, extended price, and any applicable discounts.
The solicitation also includes attachments, such as an important tax notice for nonresidents and an offeror's checklist to avoid common mistakes.